Operations Support Specialist (JAFZA, Oil & Gas, Finance and Operations)

NOTE: Please ONLY apply if you have sufficient experience and skills required as per job description below.

About NOV

NOV is a leading global provider of equipment, technology, and services to the energy industry. We are seeking an experienced Operations Support Specialist to join our team in Dubai. This role plays a key part in supporting operational and financial processes, ensuring accurate cost tracking, reporting, inventory management, and coordination across multiple business functions.

The successful candidate will act as a vital link between operations and management, supporting project cost monitoring, accruals, unbilled revenue tracking, customer billing activities, and operational reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Financial Support

• Support and monitor accounting-related processes, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, costing, inventory, and general financial reporting.

• Assist with cost tracking, revenue forecasting, monthly accruals, flash reporting, and month-end reporting activities.

• Monitor purchase orders, freight costs, supplier invoices, and related operational expenditures.

• Track operational orders and associated costs from request initiation through invoice receipt and processing.

• Prepare and maintain weekly cost and operational reports for management review.

• Provide administrative support to the operations team as required.

Inventory & Process Management

• Maintain visibility and control of inventory transactions and inventory flow within company systems (JDE, Hubble, TAT and other ERP system).

• Support purchasing and goods receiving activities.

• Ensure accurate record keeping and documentation within company systems and shared drives.

• Establish equipment status recaps and turnaround time (TAT) reports.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient business operations.

Systems & Reporting

• Utilize ERP and reporting systems to support operational workflows and reporting requirements.

• Monitor operational data and ensure timely and accurate reporting.

• Assist in maintaining process efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/SKILL-SET REQUIRED:

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualification.

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in operations support, finance, accounting, inventory control, or related functions.

• Experience with purchasing processes and goods receiving activities.

• Familiarity with ERP systems and reporting tools.

• Have working knowledge of Quality Systems, Quality practices, and Continuous Improvement.

• Possess the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, finance policy’s, and procedure manuals.

• Have the Process Inspection Competency Certification and familiarity.

• Reporting, Company expectations are to receive accurate information.

• JAFZA experience is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and business systems.

• Strong organizational and planning skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

• Leadership mindset with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.